We’re finally down to the last step in making our leather tote bag: finishing the edges! Read this post to learn how to give the edges of your tote bag a nice, smooth finish using edge paint.

Finally, after spending ages cutting and prepping our pieces, it’s finally time to sew the tote bag together! The actual construction is pretty simple; just follow the step-by-step instructions in this post.

Now that we have gathered our materials and equipment, the next step is cutting out the pieces and prepping them for sewing. Check out this post to learn how.

The next step in sewing a leather tote bag? Gathering your equipment. Contrary to popular belief, you can sew leather on a regular sewing machine; you’ll just need a few additional tools to supplement your machine. Learn more about the equipment you’ll need in this post.

Ever wanted to sew sleek, stylish leather bags to go with your handmade wardrobe? Learn how in this series on how to sew a leather tote bag. First up? Choosing your materials for the bag. Click here to learn more about how to select the perfect leather or faux leather for your tote bag.

Want to take your sewing obsession to the next level? Learn to sew bags out of genuine or faux leather. Make this sleek, roomy leather tote bag with my free downloadable pattern.